SOUTHERNCONFERENCE
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
CO-SPONSORED BY: Arkansas Pest Management AssociationKentucky Pest Management AssociationTennessee Pest Control AssociationGreater Memphis Area Pest Control Association
HILTON MEMPHIS
PEST INVADERS FEBRUARY 7-8, 2017
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THE 2017 SOUTHERN CONFERENCE OFFERS…• More than 15 sessions where you can earn valuable recertification in up to 6 states.• Technicians’ Day: a day-long program covering topics specifically geared toward technicians.• Networking with over 200 pest management professionals from your region.• An exhibitor showcase which features more than 25 suppliers.
We invite you to join us for the 2017 Southern Conference at the Hilton Memphis Hotel in Memphis, TN. The conference will feature a mix of in-depth management sessions and technical courses featuring the latest research in the pest management industry.
FEBRUARY 7-8 MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE HILTON MEMPHIS
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PROGRAM
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 62:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Registration
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 77:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Registration
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Continental Breakfast & Exhibits
8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.OPENING GENERAL SESSIONT Understanding Mosquito Borne Disease and Developing a Mosquito Control Program for Urban and Suburban EnvironmentsStan Cope, Ph.D., Terminix International, Memphis, TNThis interactive and lively session will update you on what mosquito-borne diseases occur in your area, what the differences are in the mosquito vectors, and how to communicate the appropriate information to the customer. You will learn all aspects of urban and suburban mosquito control, what the options are, and how to assess what methods should be used. Additionally, this session will take a critical look at dispelling common myths and fallacies about mosquitoes.
SESSION KEY: M = management track T = technical track
9:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.Refreshment Break
CONCURRENT SESSIONS10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.T Tick Identification, Biology, Behavior and ControlBecky Trout-Fryxell, Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TNThe successful management of any pest begins with proper identification as well as a thorough understanding of its biology and behavior. This is especially true when managing ticks. Join us for an exciting technical session reviewing the identification, biology, behavior, and control of ticks commonly encountered in the pest control industry.
M Mosquito Business ModelsJerry Booker, Cook’s Pest Control, Decatur, AL; Stan Cope, Ph.D., Terminix International, Memphis, TN; Andy Yant, P.E.S.T., Inc., Goodlettsville, TNWith the risk of Zika and other mosquito-borne diseases on the rise in the U.S., many consumers now expect mosquito control to be included in the list of pest management options provided by their pest control provider. Join industry experts in this candid panel discussion as they provide the successes and failures they experienced while making the business of mosquito management part of their business model.
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HILTON MEMPHISThe Hilton Memphis hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the East Memphis business district with easy access Memphis’s most popular attractions.
For hotel reservations, call 901-684-6664 by Friday, January 13 and mention “National Pest Management” to receive the group rate of $135.00 per night. After January 13, rooms and rates are subject to change.
CONCURRENT SESSIONS11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.T Beyond AIB - Complying with Third Party Audit Schemes Zia Siddiqi, Ph.D., BCE, Rollins, Inc., Atlanta, GAThe food safety field is changing fast. For example, the alphabet soup of regulations, requirements and government agencies is becoming more complicated. Today’s food safety is more than just AIB, HACCP and GMPs. Each of the 3rd party auditing schemes may require the food processing facility to comply with their own respective pest management requirements. This presentation will review the myriad of food safety auditing schemes, how to deal with variation among each auditor, and discuss how we can meet or exceed these requirements.
M Fleet Safety and Training ProgramsMichael Letters, Terminix International, Memphis, TNKeeping your staff safe on the road is equally as important as keeping them safe in the office or on the job site. Making fleet safety training a priority can not only lower the risk of work-related injury, but it also can improve work efficiency. Do not miss this informative session to learn the latest in fleet safety training as well as effective methods for incorporating fleet safety into your existing training program.
12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.Luncheon
1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.Dessert & Coffee in the Exhibit Hall
CONCURRENT SESSIONS1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. T Ant IPM – Controlling America’s #1 Nuisance PestKaren Vail, Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TNA combination of techniques is often needed to successfully manage pest ants. PMPs take pride in their ability to identify an ant and to choose the pesticide best suited for the situation. But, correcting conditions conducive to pest ants is ignored. In this session, you will learn how IPM strategies such as altering the landscape can improve odorous house ant management. You’ll also learn the do’s and don’ts of identifying ants when you are in the field.
M Complying with the New Department of Labor Overtime RulesSandy Seay, Seay Management Consultants, Orlando, FLFollowing a proclamation of intention about a year ago, the United States Department of Labor has published the final rule regarding increased salary levels for exempt employees. The news represents a seismic change for employers. This candid session will review the various alternatives you could use to make this journey that could include managing working hours, converting some currently exempt employees to an hourly rate, what that hourly rate ought to be, and the possibility of the Variable Work Week pay plan.
PROGRAM SESSION KEY: M = management track T = technical track
CONCURRENT SESSIONS2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. T Management of Stored Product Pests in Production FacilitiesPari Pachamuthu, Ph.D., BCE, Rentokil-Steritech, Carrollton, TXStored products pests are the most commonly encountered pest in commercial production facilities. There has been a shift in the management strategies over the years moving away from scheduled treatments to a more IPM based approach. In this session, learn how to combine client communication with the latest control practices and IPM strategies to develop a successful management program for stored product pests.
M Recruiting & Hiring the Best Employees for Your CompanySandy Seay, Seay Management Consultants, Orlando, FLWe all know that none of us is any better than our employees, and the key to success is hiring and retaining good employees. In this workshop, Sandy Seay will review the interviewing and screening process to identify the right questions to ask and the way to ask them. You will also learn about five background checks you need to make for each applicant and the importance of getting “the right person in the right seat on the bus,” with assessments like the DISC profile.
3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Refreshment Break & Exhibits
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. T The Carpenters: Ants, Bees, Beetles, and TermitesKaren Vail, Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TNThinking about cutting down your own trees to build a home? You’ll think twice about that when you hear about the consequences that can occur under such a scenario. Do not miss this informative session to learn about the odd, and not so odd, insects that damage structural wood and other structural components. In addition, hear the latest changes to Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s rules about wood-boring beetle management, and assess your knowledge of wood-destroying organisms.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8TECHNICIANS’ DAY
7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Registration
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Breakfast & Exhibits
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.GENERAL SESSION T Bed Bugs: Where We’ve Been and Where We are GoingDini Miller, Ph.D., Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VABed bugs have resurged over the past 15 years as one of the more challenging urban pests to manage. Examining the history of bed bug management has provided valuable information that helped shape how we control bed bugs today. Join us for this exciting talk about the past and present of bed bug control, as well as the future of monitoring and control practices for this important urban pest.
9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. T Carpet Beetle Infestations and Methods for ControlChristian Wilcox, ACE, McCauley Services, Benton, ARDo you know the source of your carpet beetle infestation? Carpet beetles do not only attack carpets as the name would suggest. This session will discuss the common carpet beetle identification and will attempt to open your attention to possible sources of infestation. Once you have identified the source now what? In this technical presentation, explore different methods of carpet beetle management that are dictated by the source of the infestation.
10:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Refreshment Break
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. T Non-Chemical Pest Control Techniques for Bed Bug ManagementDini Miller, Ph.D., Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VAAn effective integrated pest management plan incorporates both chemical and non-chemical solutions to achieve control. The effective use of vacuums and heat can result in dramatic reductions in bed bug populations. Learn about the latest field results in this fast paced session full of practical information.
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.Lunch & Exhibits
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. T The Positive Effects of Rodenticides on Public Health and the EnvironmentMichael Bentley, Ph.D., National Pest Management Association, Fairfax, VACommensal rodents are important public health pests that carry and transmit disease, contaminate foods and damage infrastructure. Second generation anticoagulants are essential to any rodent management program because they provide fast and complete rodent control. However, the use of any pest control products carry some level of risk. This informative session reviews the
latest in rodent management strategies and technologies that promotes effective rodent pest management while mitigating the risk of pesticide exposure to people and to non-target wildlife.
2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.Refreshment Break
2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. T Developing a Comprehensive Safety Program for Your CompanyRichard Spencer, Arrow Exterminators, Woodstock, GABack in the 1980’s, President Reagan stated the nine words every American hates to hear, “I’m from the government and I’m here to help.” While this statement causes some to laugh, safety compliance is no laughing matter. This course is designed to provide pest management professionals with a review of safety compliance and items needed to provide a safe work environment and comply with safety regulations.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. T Regulatory Update: What You Need to Know about Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee Rules and Regulations Seth Dunlap, Arkansas State Plant Board, Little Rock, AR; Russell Kohler, Mississippi Department of Agriculture & Commerce, Mississippi State, MS; Jerry Seabolt, Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Nashville, TNIn this session, representatives from the Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee Departments of Agriculture will provide an update on regulations and issues that you need to know in order to stay up to date and compliant. Don’t miss this valuable chance to hear what your regulators have to say, and ask them any questions you have been wondering about.
PROGRAM SESSION KEY: M = management track T = technical track
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MEMBER REGISTRATION EARLY BIRD REGULAR TOTAL (By 1/13/17) (After 1/13/17)
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FULL REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Two days of conference programming, exhibit hall access, two lunches, two breakfasts, and four refreshment breaks. REGISTER EARLY! Fees increase onsite.
CANCELLATION POLICYRefunds will be made on the following schedule. All refund requests must be made in writing.Before Jan. 7 ............................ 100% RefundBetween Jan. 7 - 13.................. 75% RefundBetween Jan. 14 - 20................ 50% Refund
Between Jan. 21 – 27 ............... 25% RefundAfter Jan. 28 and No-shows ..... No Refund
**To receive the Technician’s Day rate at least one attendee from your company must be attending the full Southern Conference program
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